Is Newer = Better? - Lexus GX550 Overtrail Review. How Does it Compare to the GX460?

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  • Опубліковано 6 січ 2025

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  • @hussam9433
    @hussam9433 9 місяців тому +7

    actually, this is the first time you feel GX is truly independent car and gave it a care it is need from design point . that is alone is enough . the previous generations is just Prado cruiser with VIP treatment.

  • @derekfoehr9264
    @derekfoehr9264 9 місяців тому +9

    The third row cupholders are nice if you are out camping and sleeping in the back of the vehicle you have a place to set cups or other items.

  • @dylanfgarrison
    @dylanfgarrison 10 місяців тому +4

    I’ve got a 2008 GX 470 w/ 198,000 miles. Drives and runs great. I’ll be replacing it with something all electric with more safety and convenience features eventually but if the mileage wasn’t so bad (and I drive a lot for work) I’d keep it much longer.

  • @Karlkn
    @Karlkn 10 місяців тому +26

    98% sure I will be keeping my GX460. Such an amazing vehicle!!!

    • @JStryker7
      @JStryker7 10 місяців тому +6

      I mean unless you already have extreme mileage, there’s no rush. You can always wait and see if there’s anything to be worked out

    • @Karlkn
      @Karlkn 10 місяців тому

      Just about 60,000 miles. I am at 19.4 mpg average on 460 V8 compared to 16.1 on 2022 Tundra non hybrid twin turbo V6. Pretty sure there will be no fuel savings in new GX.
      @@JStryker7

    • @edmundcharles5278
      @edmundcharles5278 10 місяців тому +7

      Agreed. Too many electronic items on the new 550 GX! Also, why limit the EKDSS to only the GX 55” Trail edition? There is no standard opening sun roof across all new GX models.

  • @tonyjiang6418
    @tonyjiang6418 10 місяців тому +18

    "Heavily wooded field" aka a forest lol

  • @healer81
    @healer81 10 місяців тому +17

    Getting a used LX or GX for half or more the price of the new GX has strong arguments, especially when comparing the mpg not being that much better on the new one.

    • @MrMikeDao
      @MrMikeDao 10 місяців тому +1

      That goes for every generation of cars to every brand of cars though. There are people who are reluctant skeptics and people who are curiously interested enough to just get it

    • @healer81
      @healer81 10 місяців тому +1

      @@MrMikeDao Generally it takes 2-3 years for manufactures to get it right. Thats when id consider the new version. Tundra's are now sitting on lots asking to be sold. People take vehicles too seriously and buy too quickly which is why so many people change cars every 2-5 years

  • @showmemorefunthings9208
    @showmemorefunthings9208 10 місяців тому +8

    Much better look than the latest outgoing model. Durability and reliability yet to be determined.

  • @marcochavanne
    @marcochavanne 10 місяців тому +8

    Such a bummer that the Overtrail isnt available with a 3rd row. My wife said thats a dealbreaker for us since we have 4 kids and I dont know how easily I could install seats from the base model back there.

    • @meenam300zx
      @meenam300zx 8 місяців тому +2

      Get a mini van for christ sake!!

  • @franks4973
    @franks4973 5 місяців тому

    Great review, I am annoyed that Lexus/Toyota can’t seem to understand the customer base for RVers and install a diff unlock so we can flat tow like a Jeep GC.

  • @johnminichielli8957
    @johnminichielli8957 9 місяців тому

    I'll wait for the range extending plugin version, like the new Ramcharger is offering.

  • @lozada1971
    @lozada1971 10 місяців тому +9

    I waited for the release specs of the 2024 and went that day to the Lexus dealer and bought a 2023 GX 460 Luxury with Sport package.

    • @Booster6969
      @Booster6969 9 місяців тому +1

      Wow what a horrible decision 😂

    • @meenam300zx
      @meenam300zx 8 місяців тому

      Are you crazy? The ugly grill 2023?

  • @MichaelPederson-gv6mo
    @MichaelPederson-gv6mo 10 місяців тому

    Great review

  • @rajsteint6487
    @rajsteint6487 9 місяців тому +1

    The best true offroad Luxury SUV other than the G Wagon. Reliability and quality that Land Rover will never match. I will be buying the Nori green Overtrail and dump another 20 or 30 Gran (CAD) and make this thing the ultimate beast in the British Columbian Mountains.

  • @2URLex
    @2URLex 10 місяців тому +1

    How did you get one of these outside of the Arizona press release? I’ve been waiting on the off-roading channels to get one of these overtrails to put it through the motions. I think you missed out a lot by not taking the most offroad ready trim on a good trail.

  • @_beanswick2054
    @_beanswick2054 8 місяців тому +1

    If G Wagon and Defender Had a baby !! 😊

  • @speroconits6901
    @speroconits6901 10 місяців тому

    I can’t believe how much the media is so crazy about these new Lexusii!,,

  • @JStryker7
    @JStryker7 10 місяців тому +3

    While probably not the smartest choice given the prices, I still like the new LC more than the new GX

  • @deechicago25
    @deechicago25 10 місяців тому

    They should make a mini v4 or v6 at least 30mpg .the size of a Jimny , under 30k

  • @rostamr4096
    @rostamr4096 8 місяців тому

    Great review. I am going to trade in me 4runner 2020 limited for a GX550 overtrail plus in the next few weeks. Do you know if you can change the color and font size of the heads up display?

  • @hassandawudi4810
    @hassandawudi4810 10 місяців тому +1

    Does the base model have gps navigation that doesn't need subscriptions? I've asked 2 dealers & they mention apple car play, so they're clueless.

    • @AlphaOmega333
      @AlphaOmega333 10 місяців тому

      It is a subscription that is based off of Google maps, so you’ll need internet connection regardless.

  • @dhuntington6009
    @dhuntington6009 8 місяців тому

    Wish you covered how the ride quality is

  • @aldrinsantodomingomartinez3356
    @aldrinsantodomingomartinez3356 10 місяців тому

    Excelente información la que proporcionaste👍🏼

  • @mercboy111
    @mercboy111 10 місяців тому

    Is the new 550 Overtrail more capable than the 4Runner Limited or TRD Pro? :)

  • @Meltdown900cc
    @Meltdown900cc 10 місяців тому +1

    Where was this filmed at?

  • @CJ-rk5eg
    @CJ-rk5eg 10 місяців тому

    Can you turn off the eyeball monitors?

  • @Math-zl8kq
    @Math-zl8kq 10 місяців тому

    Have you tow with it? How does it feel?

  • @drexhaus
    @drexhaus 10 місяців тому +1

    wonder if the black trim comes off easily. looks like plastic that would be prone to fading

    • @ShiftingLanes
      @ShiftingLanes  10 місяців тому +1

      It does look like that type of matte black finish. And I noticed on the Premium and Luxury versions that it’s a painted version.

  • @honda116969
    @honda116969 10 місяців тому +1

    Dealership gonna have to discount $15-20K on vehicles costing 70K or most ppl can't buy/afford it. All these dealers filing up they gotta do something if they wanna move metal like their use to

    • @kchak88
      @kchak88 10 місяців тому

      No dealership is going to give discounts and they’re still going to sell out of all their inventory

    • @honda116969
      @honda116969 10 місяців тому

      @@kchak88 have you looked at any dealerships lately?

    • @er98ah
      @er98ah 8 місяців тому

      @@honda116969this ain’t a Honda civic 😂

    • @honda116969
      @honda116969 8 місяців тому

      @@er98ah i thought it was, sorry i can only read brail 🤥

  • @hawaiianrailway9927
    @hawaiianrailway9927 10 місяців тому +2

    Did it drive on road as well as a 460?

    • @ShiftingLanes
      @ShiftingLanes  10 місяців тому

      It felt a lot better. Felt very light on its feet, and confident on backroads. Rough roads will still remind you that it’s a body on frame though.

    • @paulbugoni2846
      @paulbugoni2846 10 місяців тому +1

      Depends on the model. Some reviewers state that without KDSS it’s very floaty with lots of lean.

  • @youtubecarspottersguide1
    @youtubecarspottersguide1 10 місяців тому +4

    like it its more utilitarian ,than the v8 3 row luxury GX460 ugly front end GX460 has a 109" wb new GX550 has 112' wb is really good , one could spec a base GX550 overtrail moon roof delete under $70k.

  • @oni-one574
    @oni-one574 10 місяців тому

    Thought the GX had the inflator in the back?

  • @reyd8609
    @reyd8609 10 місяців тому

    What's the gas consumption? and does it need premium gas? Thanks.

  • @americandude3825
    @americandude3825 10 місяців тому +2

    My wife and I want the GX550. However, I like to cry once, buy once (spend good money for a quality product).
    While I know Lexus is literally second to none for reliability and quality, I don’t see how the 550 can be more reliable simply due to more electronics and the turbos. I know they are not new to turbos. The original supras had them, etc.
    I know I can go buy a 2022/23 GX460 with the interior tech, and I can drive it 300k miles with no issues - which is what I do with vehicles.
    My 2008 sequoia has 219k miles and I just had a new bumper installed, new headlamps, new 9” touch screen, new door speakers, new all over paint job in Toyota cement gray, and it’s worth every penny to refurbish.
    However, I know Toyota/Lexus will stand behind their product with the GX550 so if there are any issues, they will fix it. If not, I can always get rid of it for a 460. 😂

  • @daveywaraich7033
    @daveywaraich7033 9 місяців тому

    Does this one has full time AWD or 4WD system?

  • @BobbyDeniroX
    @BobbyDeniroX 10 місяців тому

    They are messing it up in London where you can't collect cars anymore and just keep them

  • @drwisdom1
    @drwisdom1 7 місяців тому

    I don't want all the fancy new electronics that will break destroying the key benefits of the Lexus GX - dependability and longevity. I don't want lane keep assist, a screen for the dashboard, adaptive cruise control, ... I'm sticking with the GX460. I think the boxy styling is just a fad, like the Honda Element and Scion xB. In a couple of years the new GX/Land Cruiser won't look as good as all the GXs and Land Cruisers of the last 30 years. What I find interesting is the government is forcing Toyota to move from larger naturally aspirated engines to less cylinders with turbochargers in order to save gas. But Toyota complies with the engine size reduction by significantly increasing the power instead of increasing the gas mileage.

  • @seikocitizenwatches
    @seikocitizenwatches 10 місяців тому

    Lexus and Toyota are far from being perfect but they are the best in automobile world overall. All of our family’s Toyota and Lexus vehicles have driven past 300k miles and last beyond 20 years with just regular maintenance and few minor repairs.

  • @blu_is500
    @blu_is500 10 місяців тому

    I absolutely love the GX…all flavors, but this one is pretty freaking bad ass.

  • @bb5op585
    @bb5op585 10 місяців тому +8

    Doesn’t make sense to put a less reliable twin turbo v6 and gain 1mpg on the highway instead of the old and proven v8. Sticking with last gen GX.

    • @edmundcharles5278
      @edmundcharles5278 10 місяців тому +3

      True -the 550 does not offer enough upgrades over the 460, maybe getting anew 4Runner is a better option than a 550! Paddle shifters on an SUV!!! Are they kidding?????

  • @ksk3746
    @ksk3746 10 місяців тому +1

    So coool!!
    This car is Japanese car.
    But we Japanese cant buy this car yet….
    I wanna buy GX550 immediately.

  • @am1296
    @am1296 5 місяців тому

    Only the overtrail gets ekdss, so the rest of the range is awful for handling on roads -
    Floaty like a boat

  • @speroconits6901
    @speroconits6901 9 місяців тому

    Why not keep the V8 as an option? People already are trading in their tundras.

  • @HabitualFixation
    @HabitualFixation 10 місяців тому +1

    99% sure I'm getting rid of my GX460. 550 is amazing

  • @PaulSmith-vq5hf
    @PaulSmith-vq5hf 10 місяців тому

    Sequoia looks like a better deal

    • @AlphaOmega333
      @AlphaOmega333 10 місяців тому

      Sequoia materials are subpar compared to this and has hard seats

  • @CeeJay591
    @CeeJay591 10 місяців тому

    I stopped watching when I heard that Lexus took their design cues for the hood from the Porsche 911. I’ve read a lot of reviews and somehow no one found a way to mention the 911 in a gx550 review 😂

  • @Marc-nc9yv
    @Marc-nc9yv 10 місяців тому +2

    So odd that Lexus people are worried about the new GX. yes the old was very reliable, but also sooo old. low power, crazy bad gas mileage, messed up rear barn door and really not very good looking. This new one is great looking better power and efficiency and more functional door. Just better in every way. If people believe in Lexus then it will be reliable

    • @edmundcharles5278
      @edmundcharles5278 10 місяців тому +2

      …..the gas mileage on the new 550 is only 1 mpg better than the V8 460- not a great improvement for a twin turbo V6. Also no wood trim and minimal leather on the 550!

    • @er98ah
      @er98ah 8 місяців тому +1

      @@edmundcharles5278it’s also much more capable engine wise. 0-60 1.2 seconds faster, 2500 lb more towing capacity and is much more off-road capable.
      I’d say overall those are good improvements.

  • @er98ah
    @er98ah 8 місяців тому +1

    Came here to see the gx460 owners cry about the new and improved gx550 and try to convince themselves that their older model is better 😂

  • @meenam300zx
    @meenam300zx 8 місяців тому

    I hated the 2023 GX460 and here are the reasons:
    1) Very ugly front grill, I really hate the look of it. Why would you pay so much to drive such an ugly car.
    2) Small windshield giving it claustrophobic feel
    3) Many of them have KDSS problem which the dealer will not fix
    4) rear door opening should have been changed at least 8 years ago
    5) 13 mpg gas mileage
    6) Useless 3rd row seats. They should have just removed it
    7) it was neither a luxury SUV like Mercedes or BMW nor was it an off roader like Range Rover. The new GX550 is at least an off roader that can compete with Range Rover.

  • @EYUK1
    @EYUK1 9 місяців тому

    New GX butt ugly. Cost $15k more with smaller and less reliable engine No significant gain on gas mileage

  • @ehyouman
    @ehyouman 10 місяців тому

    This videos title is stupid

  • @contrariangrin
    @contrariangrin 7 місяців тому

    Great review